Bus and Train from Naples to Palermo: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 16 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Trenitalia Intercity
Napoli Centrale
Palermo CentraleCheapest
Trenitalia Intercity
Napoli Centrale
Palermo CentraleFastest
Trenitalia Intercity
Napoli Centrale
Palermo CentraleNo tags
Flixbus
Metropark Centrale
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Trenitalia Intercity
Napoli Centrale
Palermo CentraleNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Naples to Palermo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 20mAverage duration
315 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€37 - €134Average duration14h
8kg CO₂e
Average price€25 - €98Average duration9h 20m
8kg CO₂e
Average price€41 - €249Average duration11h
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Naples to Palermo by bus or train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is a ticket from Naples to Palermo?

    The cheapest tickets from Naples to Palermo start at €25. The average price for this route is around €65. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the journey from Naples to Palermo?

    The average journey time from Naples to Palermo is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 315 km. The fastest vehicle can get you there in 9h 13m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies operate the Naples to Palermo route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 2 departures available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Trenitalia.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times from Naples to Palermo?

    The earliest trip from Naples to Palermo departs at 01:15. The latest trip departs at 23:45.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Naples to Palermo?

    A journey from Naples to Palermo emits an estimated 7.868187500000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from Naples to Palermo?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Trenitalia, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Naples to Palermo?

    According to reviews on Busbud, Itabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which company has the most punctual service from Naples to Palermo?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Naples to Palermo?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
13/04
€65
14/04
€69
Today
€70
16/04
€54
17/04
€69
18/04
€54
19/04
€70
20/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Naples to Palermo was searched and found on 18 Apr 2026 with a price of €54

To save money and make sure you get the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Naples to Palermo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between €54 and €95 for a bus or train ticket from Naples to Palermo over the last 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at €54 on 2026-04-18.

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